Category: crypto
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Arbitrum price nears historic low, traders eye long-term rebound
Arbitrum’s native token, ARB, is currently trading near historic lows, around 96% below its 2024 peak. Analysts see the current price level as a potential entry point for a long-term accumulation phase and trend reversal. The token is in a high-timeframe demand block, with volume absorption signaling weakening sell pressure. Traders are monitoring key resistance…
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BlackRock snaps up BTC as US spot ETFs see $507m inflow
BlackRock purchased a large amount of bitcoin during the highest one-day inflow for U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs in two weeks. The purchase was made from Coinbase Prime, with multiple transfers to iShares Bitcoin Trust wallets. Despite the inflows, bitcoin prices dropped due to profit-taking and resistance at certain levels.
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Elizabeth Warren grills OCC chief over World Liberty’s bank charter bid
Senator Elizabeth Warren questioned Comptroller Jonathan Gould about the disclosure of a UAE official’s stake in Trump’s crypto company in its bank charter application. Gould declined to discuss details, but Warren warned of national security risks and conflicts of interest. The clash highlights political tensions over crypto regulation and presidential business ties.
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Trescon marks 10 years building MENA government-backed platforms
Trescon, a business events company founded in Bengaluru in 2016, has reached its 10-year milestone by expanding from Bengaluru to Dubai and beyond. The company has organized over 500 government-backed events in 10+ countries, connecting over 250,000 attendees and expanding into new markets with a focus on AI, cybersecurity, STEM, and deeptech.
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TruStage pilots TSDA dollar stablecoin for U.S. credit unions
TruStage is piloting a dollar-pegged stablecoin called TSDA for US credit unions until mid-2026. The stablecoin will have 1:1 cash reserves and will focus on various payment use cases. The initiative is driven by the GENIUS Act and forecasts a $2 trillion stablecoin market by 2028.
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Inside Vitalik Buterin’s plan to make Ethereum quantum-resistant
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has outlined a quantum resistance roadmap to protect the network from potential attacks by quantum computers. The plan focuses on replacing vulnerable cryptography with quantum-resistant alternatives in areas like consensus signatures, wallet cryptography, and zero-knowledge proofs. While large-scale quantum attacks are still theoretical, Ethereum is taking proactive steps to secure its…
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A look at what’s driving WBT’s 3-year rally and where it could go
WhiteBIT’s WBT token surged from $1.90 to $65.30 in three years, a 3,337% increase. The token offers fee discounts, staking benefits, and weekly token burns. It was added to five S&P Crypto indices. WhiteBIT’s strategic moves, such as partnering with Juventus FC, show potential for further growth. Regulatory compliance and market conditions will impact future…
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NFT marketplace Magic Eden exits Bitcoin and EVM trading
Magic Eden, a popular NFT marketplace on the Solana blockchain, is closing its Bitcoin and EVM trading platforms and multi-chain wallet. Users must withdraw assets before the shutdown in early March 2026. The focus will be on Solana assets, streamlining operations and strengthening the original ecosystem.
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Jack Dorsey cuts nearly half of Block’s workforce; Shares surge 23%
Block, Inc. is reducing its workforce by cutting over 4,000 jobs, shrinking from over 10,000 employees to under 6,000. CEO Jack Dorsey says this move is a strategic pivot towards artificial intelligence and leaner teams, not due to financial distress. Investors responded positively with shares rising over 23% in after-hours trading.
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Vitalik Buterin breaks down Ethereum Strawmap’s plan for faster slots and finality
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin plans to reduce slot times and finality on the network. The “strawmap” roadmap includes seven upgrades through 2029, focusing on faster UX, throughput, security, and privacy. Changes may include erasure-coded P2P networking, reduced attester counts, and quantum-resistant cryptography. The goal is faster user experience and stronger security.